TNA Knockouts TV title tournament analysis with champions & NXT superstars

The TNA Knockouts Television Championship tournament begins Thursday night on Impact (July 2, 2026). Let’s break down the bracket with current champions, former champions, NXT superstars, and more. Opening round matchups in the 16-woman tournament include: Indi Hartwell vs. Vicki Venuto Harley Hudson vs. Thea Hail Elayna Black vs. Wendy Choo M by Elegance vs. Rosemary Jada Stone vs. Alisha Edwards Jody Threat vs. Gabby Forza Mara Sade vs. Tasha Steelz Heather by Elegance vs. Allie Check out full bracket for the Knockouts Television Title tournament! Stay tuned to #TNAiMPACT every week on TNA+ to see who comes out as the first ever TNA Knockouts Television Champion. pic.twitter.com/Tu0dgzZ5Kv — TNA Wrestling UK (@ThisIsTNAUK) July 1, 2026 Indi Hartwell defeating Vicki Venuto is the closest pick to a lock for the first round. Hartwell is a real shot to win the whole enchilada whereas Venuto is filler in the bracket. Venuto comes from the indies and has had one match per year in TNA o